food

Osteoporosis runs in my family. My mother has it, and I'm worried that I'm headed down the same road simply because of genetics. I've read that weight-bearing exercise helps maintain bone mass. What weight-bearing exercise do you do? And how do you keep it interesting, so you don't get bored when working out?

I've battled with the scale most of my life, and I've yo-yo dieted. Five years ago, I was able to fit into size 10 pants, and I felt good about that. But now my weight has increased by 35 pounds again, and my health is also in jeopardy, because I have high cholesterol and high blood pressure. I've gained so much weight that it takes an enormous amount of energy to be able to exercise. I can't afford a trainer. Any advice on what you've done to successfully lose weight? Motivational words would also help at this point?

I've been feeling under the weather for awhile -- really tired and dizzy. I just don't feel right. My doctor says the reason is because I'm anemic. I've been a vegetarian for years, and he knows that. But he says it is time to start incorporating red meat into my diet. I'm terrified! I want to feel better, but I just don't want to eat meat. Do I need to find a new doctor? I'm so confused!

From soups to main dish ideas and yummy desserts, share with each other quick and easy recipes and ideas for making your time in the kitchen enjoyable and easier.

All of us here in the ThirdAge Community would love to hear your cooking ideas, suggestions, etc., for the every day meal. What about th at favorite recipe you love to make for that next holiday coming up around the corner?

--OISEAU

Instead of laying out large sums of money to lose weight, who would not rather have a member support group? We could share ideas, encourage one another, and have weekly weigh-ins. There are probably many like myself who yo-yo diet (not good) but haven't found a solution yet. When we get serious about dieting, there is no one to turn to except some national program which costs money. I can't afford that. I'm a 68-year-old male who would like to lose 20 pounds. But is it ever so hard!! I walk daily but can't get past those 1/2 gallon ice cream sales.

Too many of us focus on food as something we shouldn't have. Dr. Susan Mitchell takes a new approach to better living without denial and deprivation.

A nationally recognized author, professional speaker, and nutrition communications expert, she emphasizes the power of food to enhance our lives and contribute to good health, stress reduction and fun. She's here to help you understand the power of foods and good nutrition, and to give you tips on attitude, behavior and motivation.

This Forum is also a safe and supportive place for talking about the challenges that food can present for many of us.

-- Susan Mitchell